Archive for January 2015

The AWARE’s Sexual Assault Program is the only program in Jackson County that provides forensics immediately after an attack and free counseling for rape survivors and other victims of sexual assault.  This is the only program locally that deals exclusively with sexual assault in public education, community presentations and public awareness. AWARE provides a Sexual…

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is an IRS sponsored program that provides free income tax preparation assistance to households in need.  Volunteers are recruited and trained by the Community Action Agency, they take IRS sponsored tests and become certified tax preparers.  Those who qualify are able to get their taxes filed for free and…

Promoting Self-Sufficiency Because you give to the United Way of Jackson County, local families are learning how to become financially stable. Financial Freedom classes are available to anyone in Jackson.  The goal is to teach overall budgeting skills with an emphasis on individual choice.  Classes are tailored to the needs of the participants and include…